Cynefin Caerffili is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors who are responsible for leading the Social enterprise and ensuring it is fulfilling its remit. The Trustees offer a range of skills, attributes, experience and community knowledge that collectively enable them to provide leadership and good governance.
Emlyn Davies
Following a decade of experience as a freelance 3D artist, Emlyn founded Bomper Studio alongside his wife Ceri Davies in 2014; an independent creative production studio creating work for advertising, branding and broadcast based in the centre of Caerphilly town. Emlyn oversees all of Bomper’s creative output for brands such as Levi’s, Glenfiddich, Volvo, Carlsberg, and many more household brands. Emlyn is truly passionate about his craft, and it’s often his dedication and attention-to-detail which takes a project to the next level. And it’s his inherent drive to challenge the studio’s ambition that has resulted in exciting growth.
In 2020 Emlyn directed Coffee Run, a short 3D-animated film centred on a character struggling to make a complex coffee round for his colleagues. This was shortly followed by working with American comic book artist, Colonel Tony Moore, to produce a music video for Tyler Childers, and directing two animated music videos for the Foo Fighters. To date, Emlyn’s work has been nominated and shown at 5 film festivals, included in over 50 articles (from the Rolling Stone, NME, Cartoon Brew, Animation Magazine and more) and received over 9 million views.
As a native Welsh speaker and a proud Welshman Emlyn is keen to showcase the language and cultural heritage on the global stage. Living within a stones throw of Caerphilly town centre he has the local knowledge and the towns interests at heart.
Sally Griffith
Sally is an Innovation Producer at Media Cymru, leading on creating a more inclusive media sector in Wales covering games, film, TV, immersive tech and news journalism.
Having worked in cinema exhibition and film education for over 25 years, Sally championed film in Wales establishing and leading the funding and development programme BFI Film Hub for Wales during her time as Director of Cinema at Chapter Arts Centre, supporting over 200 independent venues across the country to create inclusive in-venue and site-specific cinematic experiences, festivals and special events. Directing UK wide initiatives including BFI Gothic: The Dark Heart Of Film (2013) Roald Dahl On Film (2016) and Anim18: A Celebration of British Animation (2018), Sally worked with Somerset House on their Film4 Summer Screen programme (2018).
Before coming to Wales, Sally was part of the senior management team who visioned and developed Derby QUAD multi-arts venue. Sally is a qualified professional coach working with the Sea Change Film Festival in the Inner Hebrides to inspire and connect women working in film and is a member of the Cardiff Animation Festival Advisory Group.
Paul Pole
Paul has dedicated his life to the betterment of his community. Born and raised in this historic town, Paul’s roots run deep in the local soil, driving his passion for community engagement and philanthropy.
In 1989, alongside his brother Darren, he founded Tower Print, a local business that prioritised corporate responsibility and community support. After 35 years, Paul and Darren semi-retired, selling the business to focus on charitable endeavours.
Paul’s passion for community service led him to Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall in 2018, where he quickly became a trustee and now this year, he will be taking on the role of Treasurer. His goal is to restore the Hall as a vibrant community hub, hosting cultural events and supporting local talent. From hosting renowned artists like Brian Bilston and Dr. John Cooper Clark to supporting local theatre groups such as The Caerphilly Players, the Hall has already begun to reclaim its status as an entertainment destination. Paul’s goal is to expand upon this momentum, offering a diverse range of cultural experiences, including music, theatre, film, and art, to the people of Caerphilly.
Moreover, Paul remains committed to ensuring that the Hall serves as a space for charitable activities and fundraising events, further strengthening the bonds within the community. As the Hall approaches its 100th anniversary in 2025, Paul’s dedication to its preservation and revitalisation remains unwavering.
Paul continues to make a lasting impact on Caerphilly’s cultural and social landscape, embodying the town’s spirit of community and service.
Ceri Davies
Meet Ceri, a director at Bomper Studio, which she co-founded with her husband Emlyn Davies in 2014, has extended her role to also serve as a director at Cynefin Caerffili. With expertise in strategic growth development, team management, and talent development from Bomper Studio, Ceri is well-equipped to contribute to Cynefin Caerffili’s vision.
Her commitment to nurturing supportive environments, both professionally and within the community, is unwavering. Drawing from her background as a specialist community nurse, Ceri emphasises empathy, communication, and collaboration in her leadership roles.
Ceri is deeply passionate about initiatives that promote work-life balance and celebrate cultural diversity. Her instrumental role in implementing a four-day workweek at Bomper Studio speaks volumes about her commitment to shaping the future of the creative industry.
As a Caerphilly native and mother of three Welsh-speaking children, Ceri deeply values Welsh language and culture, driving her involvement in Cynefin Caerffili. She envisions the centre as a vibrant hub for artistic innovation and community connection, offering programs in both English and Welsh.
Focused on Caerphilly’s future